Not to detract from the joys of the Christmas season, Epiphany, or Mary, Mother of God, but the secular new year is upon us along with the time for New Year’s resolutions. While we all typically resolve to accomplish much of the same stuff like losing weight or making extra money, this is also a good time to consider how we want to grow spiritually (ideally this would’ve been done around Advent, but better late than never).
I’ve decided to deepen my faith in God by the following ways:
1. Pray the Liturgy of the Hours more frequently- I love it, but am often ‘too busy.’ I’ve bought the 4 volume set and want to better utilize it.
2. Pray the rosary more frequently- See #1 (except the 4 vol. bit). The Church recognizes the countless spiritual graces that come from this devotion. I want to be a bigger part of it.
3. Spend more time before the Blessed Sacrament- Jesus has given us his presence through the Blessed Sacrament. I need to take more advantage of this gift.
What are your spiritual resolutions? Share in the comments.
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Hey, Jonathan,
I don’t make resolutions but come up with “really good ideas to make myself better…with a LOT of help from the Lord”. Mine are this year:
– to be more consistent in using the Divine Office
– to eat more responsibly (thinking of all the Bible says about food)
– to simplify life (before the move to California)
– think before I speak or act: Is this helpful, kind, necessary
“Create in me a clean heart Oh Lord.
Put a new and right spirit within me”
Psalm 51:10
Blessings,
Pete.